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adjective

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Recent Examples of dependability
Adjective
Unlike most slip-on sneakers, this one has laces, and every one of its details feels intentional: from that sumptuous texture right down to the dependable, supportive rubber sole that’s anything but bulky. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 25 June 2025 Positive reviews usually mention that proxies are affordable and dependable, while negative reviews criticize the proxy locations or take issue with the company’s refund policies. PC Magazine, 20 June 2025 That process requires not only fissile material but also sophisticated warhead design, dependable delivery systems, and rigorous testing—all of which remain unconfirmed in Iran's case. Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025 Therein lies the issue: Generative AI is a technology that works well enough for users to become dependent, but not consistently enough to be truly dependable. Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for dependability
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dependability
Noun
  • What are your compliance and reliability requirements?
    Alex Gudilko, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
  • The disinformation campaign was therefore not only aimed at an aircraft, but more broadly at a national image of strategic autonomy, industrial reliability and solid partnerships.
    Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
Adjective
  • The stable coherence properties of neutral atoms facilitate the reliable extraction and preservation of atomic imprints.
    Pravir Malik, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
  • Best Buy Here's proof that reliable tracking doesn't have to be expensive.
    Adrienne So, Wired News, 10 July 2025
Adjective
  • While the statue itself would be paid for by the people of France, the Americans would be responsible for its prodigious base.
    Mo Rocca July 6, CBS News, 6 July 2025
  • The association will be responsible for all costs, according to the agreement.
    Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 6 July 2025
Adjective
  • The company carried out launch and landing tests last year, with one of the hops reaching around 6.2 miles (10 kilometers) in altitude before executing a powered descent and safe landing.
    Andrew Jones, Space.com, 12 July 2025
  • The linen cotton blend isn’t see-through and is safe to machine wash on a gentle cycle and even tumble dry on low afterward.
    Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • See my tips and best picks on how to protect yourself from identity theft at Cyberguy.com/IdentityTheft 10.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2025
  • But maybe, in an odd way, the timing is good, given the looming July 31 trade deadline.
    Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 July 2025

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“Dependability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dependability. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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